An eggless Black Forest Cake is a vegetarian version of the classic dessert, made without eggs. It features layers of moist chocolate sponge cake soaked in cherry syrup or fruit juice. Whipped cream is spread between the layers and on top, decorated with maraschino cherries and chocolate shavings. The cake is typically filled with a layer of sweetened cherry filling or fresh cherries. This eggless variation is perfect for those with dietary restrictions or vegan preferences.
Ingredients
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1/2 cup + 3 tbsp milk
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1 tbsp lime juice
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1/4 cup oil (any odourless)
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vanilla essence
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1/2 cup powder sugar
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3/4 cup all purpose flour (maida)
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1 tbsp cocoa powder (unsweetened)
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1/4 tsp baking soda
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1/2 tsp baking powder
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1/2 tsp coffee powder
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3/4 cup whipping cream
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Fresh Chile Cherries
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Chocolate shave
About
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In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup milk with 1 tbsp lime juice; let it curdle for 5 minutes. In a mixing bowl, combine 1/4 cup oil, 1/2 tsp vanilla essence, 2 tbsp milk, and 1/2 cup powdered sugar; mix well. |
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Sift 3/4 cup all-purpose flour (reserve 1 tbsp), 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1/4 tsp baking soda, 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/2 tsp coffee powder. Add the curdled milk mixture and 1 tbsp milk to the dry ingredients; whisk until smooth. |
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Grease a 4-inch cake pan, line with parchment paper, pour the batter, and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes or on a stovetop for 30-35 minutes. Cool for 2 hours before demolding. |
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Slice the cooled sponge into two layers using a knife and turntable. Place the bottom layer on a cake board, spread whipped cream (whip 3/4 cup cream until doubled), and add chopped cherries and chocolate shavings. |
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Place the top layer (upside down), brush with water, add whipped cream, more cherries, and chocolate shavings. |
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Coat the sides and top with whipped cream, refrigerate for 10 minutes. Decorate with whipped cream piped in stars, more cherries, and chocolate shavings. Enjoy! |
